Confucianism Quiz

Confucianism originated in _______.

• Korea

• Japan

• Thailand

• China

Kong Fuzi’s name was later _______ to become Confucius.

• misspelled

• misheard

• legally changed

• westernized

With which of these would Confucius most likely have agreed?

• All people should be treated exactly the same.

• It is important to learn from the past.

• Peace is overrated.

• People are born evil.

Which of these best describes filial piety?

• Respect for one’s elders

• Respect for one’s animal companions

• Respect for nature

• Respect for one’s possessions

Confucius advocated for _________ in most relationships.

• servitude

• hierarchy

• equality

• silence

Confucius believed younger siblings should obey older siblings.

• True

• False

In which type of relationship are the two parties equal in respect?

• Husband and wife

• Ruler and subject

• Friend and friend

• Parents and children

Based on the song, which of these is a major goal of Confucianism?

• A high-achieving society based on accomplishments

• An educated society with a total literacy rate

• A strongly armed society always ready for war

• A peaceful society built on morals and rituals

Which of these is true?

• Confucianism has largely died out in China in favor of Buddhism.

• Confucianism has become a dominant political party in China.

• Confucianism is still highly influential in Asia and around the world.

• Confucianism is the only philosophy that exists in China.